How is competency linked to performance measurement?
Competencies are enablers, i.e. the knowledge, skills and attributes to enable you to carry out your job duties and responsibilities. By default, a competent person will normally be able to produce the desired results in job execution. However, there may some instances where a competent individual may not produce the desired results on the job. There may other factors that influencing his on-the job performance. This must be investigated so as remedial actions are taken to remove the impediment to performance. Performance is defined as a series of activities that produce desired results. For example, a Welder tasks is to joint two metal plates together. He is said to have performed, when he carry out the task within the specified time, cost and quality. Therefore the measure of his performance is based on him welding the two joints in a timely and cost effective manner that meets the specified quality standards. The said Welder will require the necessary competence (e.g.
